I'm a natural girl, so the thought of putting a flat-iron to my bouncy curls makes me tense up! However, it's something I do a few times a year; for change, an occasion or when I'm longing to run my fingers through my hair :). Hair care is important to me throughout, so I was happy to find the article "17 Useful Tricks For Anyone Who Uses a Hair Straightener" by Buzzfeed, by way of Pinterest, of course.
Staff writer Augusta Falletta offered some great tips. I'll list some of them below, but be sure to check out the full article if you'd like to see infographics & the list in full. Some people love images with every tip :).
So here goes!
1. Determine which size flat-iron is best for you. In other words, for pixie-cuts and bangs, use a 1/2" mini flat-iron, 1" flat-iron for short, fine hair, 1 1/4" is recommended for shoulder-length, medium-thick hair, 1 1/2" for thick, coarse, curly hair - passed your shoulders, & finally 2" flat-iron for thick, very long hair.
2. Know the difference between the different kinds of straighteners.
3. VERY important: "Before you do anything, use a heat protectant spray." - says Falletta
4. "Set the heat no higher than 365 degrees. Hair burns at the same temperature as paper: 451°F. The highest temperature that you should use your flat iron on is 365°F. For those with fine hair, the temperature should be between 300 and 325 degrees."
Intrigued? See the remaining tips here. Happy & safe straightening! Have any suggestions? Leave a comment! Sharing is caring!
xoxo The Find Queen!
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